KIMBERLY ORENDORFF
San Rafael,CA
Summary
Educational leader specializing in K-8 Catholic education, combining coaching and strategic planning to enhance instructional practices. Proven ability to drive continuous improvement, mentor educational leaders, and facilitate community engagement, resulting in sustained high student outcomes and accreditation excellence.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
St. Anselm Catholic School
01.2014 - Current
- Directed school operations, overseeing academics, staffing, budgeting, enrollment, and strategic planning for 35+ faculty and staff.
- Sustained high enrollment with waitlists across most grade levels.
- Achieved highest STAR growth among peer schools for 2024-2025.
- Maintained STAR reading and math scores consistently above the 80th percentile.
- Secured high accreditation ratings across cycles, reflecting commitment to educational excellence.
- Served in systemwide archdiocesan leadership roles to enhance collaboration within the educational community.
- Mentored principals to foster professional growth and effectiveness.
- Facilitated cluster meetings to promote educator collaboration for improved outcomes.
Executive Function Coach & Consultant
ADAC
01.2025 - Current
- Coached K-8 educators across multiple dioceses on executive function strategies to enhance instruction.
- Developed online training modules to empower teachers and staff with effective executive functioning frameworks.
Vice Principal
St. Anselm Catholic School
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Managed faculty performance through regular evaluations and professional development sessions.
- Coordinated student discipline policies to promote a safe learning environment.
- Developed and implemented academic programs aligned with Catholic teachings.
Vice Principal
St. Rita School
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Facilitated communication among administration, teachers, parents, and students to enhance engagement.
- Led community outreach initiatives to strengthen partnerships between school and families.
- Assisted in recruitment by interviewing candidates and providing hiring recommendations.
- Supported marketing and admissions efforts to increase enrollment figures.
Teacher
Archdiocese of San Francisco
01.2004 - 01.2013
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods and feedback sessions.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional practices.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and concerns.
- Mentored new teachers in best practices and classroom techniques.
Education
M.S. Education - Special Education and Educational Leadership
Dominican University of California
San Rafael, CA05.2009
B.A. - English
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA05.2004
B.A. - Political Science
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles05.2004
Skills
- Executive coaching
- Leadership development
- Professional development
- Strategic planning
- Accreditation management
- Curriculum development
- Stakeholder engagement
- Team building
- Team player
Certification
- California Administrative Services Credential
- Multiple Subject Credential
- Educational Specialist Credential, Preliminary
- Single Subject English Authorization
- Safe Environment Certified
WCEA experience and leadership
- Chaired numerous WCEA Visiting Committees across California, Arizona, and Oregon
- Led, authored, and supervised WCEA self-studies across three Catholic schools
- Served in a substitute Associate Superintendent/mentor capacity during diocesan transitions focusing on school improvement and WCEA tasks.
- Consulted with Catholic schools on accreditation readiness, NSBECS alignment, and school improvement systems
- Recognized for expertise in evaluating instructional quality and continuous improvement planning
Leadership in the Archdiocese of San Franciso
Systemwide Archdiocesan Leadership:
• Salary Committee Member
• Principal Mentor
• Cluster Chair
• Temporary Associate Superintendent/Mentor during diocesan transitions
• Professional Development Committee Member
• Steering Committee, St. Brigid School (special education Catholic school development)
• Guest Speaker, St. Clare Principal Formation Program
Timeline
Executive Function Coach & Consultant
ADAC
01.2025 - Current
Principal
St. Anselm Catholic School
01.2014 - Current
Vice Principal
St. Anselm Catholic School
01.2013 - 01.2014
Vice Principal
St. Rita School
01.2011 - 01.2013
Teacher
Archdiocese of San Francisco
01.2004 - 01.2013
M.S. Education - Special Education and Educational Leadership
Dominican University of California
B.A. - English
Loyola Marymount University
B.A. - Political Science
Loyola Marymount University